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Grand Theft Auto 6 preorders to launch Thursday after 13-year wait

From Jerusalem Post · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Rockstar Games announced that preorders for Grand Theft Auto 6 will open on Thursday, over 13 years after the release of Grand Theft Auto 5.
  • The game is officially set to be released on November 19 of this year, with Rockstar Games sharing the official cover artwork.
  • Fans have expressed doubt about the game's release due to years of delays, inspiring memes and even a White House post about saving America before GTA 6.

After more than 13 years since the release of Grand Theft Auto 5, Rockstar Games has finally announced that preorders for the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 will open on Thursday. The company shared the official cover artwork, confirming a release date of November 19 this year.

The long wait has fueled significant fan doubt, with the game inspiring the popular meme 'before GTA 6' that pokes fun at the numerous delays announced by Rockstar over the years. Even the White House joined the cultural moment, posting, 'We really saved America before GTA 6.'

We really saved America before GTA 6.

— White HouseA post shared by the White House referencing the long-awaited release of Grand Theft Auto 6.

Fans on platforms like Reddit have reflected on the passage of time since GTA V's release. One user noted the profound life changes people have experienced, stating, 'A lot has happened since GTA V was released. People have lost loved ones, changed careers, started families, gone through new trauma, and possibly become completely different versions of themselves. It’ll bring a little bit of peace into a lot of people’s lives when it finally releases.'

A lot has happened since GTA V was released. People have lost loved ones, changed careers, started families, gone through new trauma, and possibly become completely different versions of themselves. It’ll bring a little bit of peace into a lot of people’s lives when it finally releases.

— GTA Reddit userComment on the GTA Reddit forum reflecting on the long wait for Grand Theft Auto 6.
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